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Christ’s whole life was a cross and martyrdom; and do you seek rest and joy for yourself. (CIoC)


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This is an example of an author’s interpretation.  I don’t see Christ’s whole life as a cross and martyrdom.  I see Him forming relationships with folks in many aspects of society.  I see folks getting jealous and worried about their leadership ability because folks were following the God/man Jesus even though He didn’t have the qualifications they thought one should have.  I see a person in love with His Father, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. I see the power of the Holy Spirit in His resurrection. 


Read the biographies of Christ written by Saint Matthew, Saint Mark, Dr. Luke and Saint John and look at the lives of His disciples after His resurrection in the book of Acts.  What do you see?

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